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Chicago Bears coach John Fox is not sure whether TE Martellus Bennett will be at mandatory minicamp when it opens shortly. Bennett is pushing for a raise from the $4.9 million base he's scheduled to earn in 2015.

Fantasy Tip: Now things could get serious for Bennett. The team can fine him if he misses the June 16-18 camp, so this situation bears watching. Bennett will be a decent TE2 presence in most fantasy drafts, but if he intends to hold out for a new deal it could get dicey.

Chicago Bears QB Jay Cutler did not receive a vote of confidence from head coach John Fox. Fox said the team is still evaluating the position. Fox said he wants to get to know Cutler as part of that evaluation. "We're not up against a deadline," Fox said. "My experience has always been that you need to gather the information and in turn, you usually make better decisions. We're in that process, and we'll keep you posted."

Fantasy Tip: There is still a chance that Cutler could be traded before the beginning of next season. He should be considered a QB2 wherever he ends up, and a solid FantasyScore play when the matchup and price is favorable.

Chicago Bears LB Lance Briggs would like to return to the team in 2015, even though his future is uncertain. Briggs said he is excited about the team hiring head coach John Fox. "John, I think, he's the right man for the job," Briggs said. "I've seen John over the years. He's had a lot of success in the NFL. He understands the NFL. He's a football coach."

Fantasy Tip: The hire of Fox should help Matt Forte since the team likely will look to run the ball under their new head coach. Jay Cutler's fantasy value likely will depend on who is hired as the offensive coordinator, so owners should monitor the assistant coaches the Bears hire over the next few weeks.

Former Denver Broncos head coach John Fox could be hired soon by the Chicago Bears once contract terms are finalized. Chicago's general manager Ryan Pace was reportedly in Denver Thursday, Jan. 15, possibly indicating just how close and serious the two parties are.

Fantasy Tip: Fox's departure could affect Peyton Manning's decision on whether he will retire or continue his playing career, so owners should watch for Manning's decision in the next weeks or months. If Manning does not return, it will hurt the fantasy value of most of the receivers on the team. Manning likely would still be a No. 1 quarterback in most leagues if he decides to return.

Denver Broncos offensive coordinator Adam Gase could replace current head coach John Fox next season, according to rumors. Vice president John Elway could believe that Gase is a better long-term fit for the team, and it might be a way to convince QB Peyton Manning to stick around for another season.

Denver Broncos executive vice president of football operations and general manager John Elway said he plans to sit down with the representatives for head coach John Fox at the NFL Scouting Combine this weekend to discuss a new deal. Fox has gone 34-14 in the regular season in the last three years and will be entering the final year of his contract.

Denver Broncos head coach John Fox will not blame injuries for his team's performance in the Super Bowl. "No excuses," Fox said. "We were able to win two playoff games with the roster we had. Weren't able to close the deal"

Denver Broncos PK Matt Prater (illness) missed all three days of practice this week due to the flu, but Broncos coach John Fox anticipates he will make the trip to Super Bowl XLVIII on Sunday, Jan. 26. "We sent him home," Fox said after Saturday's practice in 54-degree weather and sunshine. "He's going to be fine for the game. Hopefully he'll feel much better tomorrow morning as we prepare to fly to New Jersey."

In his second season in the NFL, Denver Broncos DL Malik X. Jackson leads the team with 11 tackles for lost yardage and 15 quarterback hurries. "I think he has improved tremendously," Broncos coach John Fox said. "He and (rookie) Sylvester Williams have both improved a lot. Our young guys have gotten more time, some of it due to injuries, some of it due to their getting better. They improved a lot in practice and both have stepped in and done a very good job."

Denver Broncos head coach John Fox (heart) is expected to return to the team Monday, Dec. 2, and coach the team's Week 14 game. It has not been determined if Fox will work from the sideline or upstairs.

Denver Broncos head coach John Fox (heart) will return to Denver Wednesday, Nov. 27, according to a team source. It hasn't been determined when Fox will return to coaching, and the team's medical staff plans to monitor his hours when he returns.

Denver Broncos head coach John Fox (heart) is hoping that he can return to the team before the end of the season after undergoing open-heart surgery last week. Recover time for open-heart procedures varies, but there is a chance he could miss the rest of the regular season. Fox will return to Denver when he's cleared to travel. "I'm very, very healthy," Fox said. "… It wasn't due to lifestyle, not being healthy, too much stress, it's basically something I was born with … This is really not a lifestyle problem."

Denver Broncos head coach John Fox (heart) was released from the hospital Friday, Nov. 8, after having successful aortic heart valve surgery earlier this week. "My recovery is progressing well - I am feeling better and getting stronger each day," Fox said in a statement. "I will begin the next phase of my recovery in Charlotte and continue outpatient appointments with doctors, who will clear me to return to Denver when the time is right."

Denver Broncos head coach John Fox (heart) is in good spirits and is expected to be released from this hospital within the week. Fox spoke directly with team officials Thursday, Nov. 7, for the first time since he underwent open heart surgery Monday, Nov. 4.

Denver Broncos head coach John Fox (heart) is making nice progress after undergoing aortic heart valve replacement surgery Monday, Nov. 4, according to a team source. He is in intensive care and is being monitored by doctors, and the goal is for him to be transferred to a different part of the hospital in the next few days. The Broncos want Fox to be cautious and not rush back from the situation.

Denver Broncos head coach John Fox is scheduled to undergo heart surgery and will miss several weeks. Fox knew about the condition and was hoping to wait until after the season to have surgery. The team has not named an interim head coach, but offensive coordinator Adam Gase and defensive coordinator Jack Del Rio are expected to have additional responsibilities.

Updating a previous report, Denver Broncos head coach John Fox said he is doing fine after being taken to the hospital for light-headedness and dizziness. He said he has undergone some tests and is waiting for the results. Doctors have ruled out the possibility of a heart attack. His status for Week 10 is uncertain at this time.

Denver Broncos head coach John Fox said RB Ronnie Hillman was going back into the game to eventually score a touchdown, and a game of rock-paper-scissors was not going to dictate who went into the game. "That's just little stuff that people like to get on TV and have something to talk about," Fox said Tuesday. "Ronnie Hillman was going back in the game. That was just a little way to have fun, I guess. That wasn't official. Ronnie was running the ball. We decide that, not them."

Denver Broncos RB Ronnie Hillman was running with the first team in practice Tuesday, Aug. 27. Head coach John Fox said not to read into RB Montee Ball taking first-team reps Monday, Aug. 26, even though he also took some turns with the starters Tuesday. Ball's starter work Monday might have had something to do with Hillman's preseason fumbling issues. The Broncos had Hillman carrying a football between reps the last few days.

Fantasy Tip: Denver is trying to condition Hillman into an every-down mentality with their focus on him protecting the ball. This remains a messy fantasy backfield; none of these options opens the season as anything more than a flex play. Even Knowshon Moreno would be a decent speculation for your bench. All things equal, Ball presents the best makeup to take over eventually, but the path there could take a long time.

Denver Broncos coach John Fox told reporters he had not lost faith in RB Ronnie Hillman despite his tendency to cough up the ball. Hillman had two fumbles returned for touchdowns in preseason games. Still, RB Montee Ball took more snaps with the No. 1 squad Monday, Aug. 26, and Fox cautioned not to read anything. "It's just practice," Fox said. "I wouldn't read too much into anything. We're evaluating everybody regardless of who gets what reps at what numbers. He's a guy that we want to get touches and we'll go from there."

Paul Klee, of the Colorado Springs Gazette, believes the primary reason free-agent RB Willis McGahee (knee, Broncos) is no longer a Denver Broncos roster member is because of his health status. Broncos head coach John Fox said McGahee's decision to skip voluntary minicamp had nothing to do with the veteran's release.

Denver Broncos RB Knowshon Moreno (knee) underwent a stem-cell procedure to help his recovery. Broncos head coach John Fox said Moreno will be brought along slowly and will contribute when the doctors say he is fully recovered.

Fantasy Tip: Moreno has a long way to go yet and should be viewed as a flier in the deepest of leagues.